New Paltz Colonial 1Looking for a home for sale in New Paltz, NY? This 4 bedroom colonial has it all! 608 Rte. 32 North in New Paltz is located just minutes from Main Street New Paltz, NY; however you'd never know it relaxing on the wraparound porch. Set on 5 private acres, this beautiful home cannot be seen from the road and offers plenty of space both inside and out! It is low-maintenance, centrally located, and worry free! And offered at $307,500, it is also the best deal in New Paltz, NY right now! So c'mon in! Take a look with Taft Street inside this well-maintained, value-packed home!

Convenient Yet Private Location - Just Minutes to New Paltz and Kingston

This home's location is super-convenient without sacrificing privacy. Literally minutes from the the town of New…

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calculatorWhen buying real estate for sale in Ulster County, NY, one of the most crucial phases is securing the financing and getting pre-qualified. If a buyer is going to make a formal offer on a home, it is usually customary for the purchaser to submit a pre-approval letter, which is provided by a lender, and is an assurance to the seller that the buyer can afford the home; thus making it a stronger, more reliable offer. Sometimes buyers aren't aware that securing the financing is actually one of the first steps to take when starting a home search. I makes perfect sense however, that buyers should really know their budget before viewing properties; and it is only fair to the seller (and the buyer's agent for that matter!) that buyers view (and potentially make…

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red_crossUlster County, NY has access to a number of medical centers to meet residents' needs. When I work with buyers looking for Hudson Valley real estate many times it is the peace, quiet, and privacy that appeals to them. However buyers, particularly from more urban areas, like to know that medical services are nearby both for basic care and emergencies. Hospitals and medical centers are spread out generously across Ulster County, NY and the rest of the region so that no matter where you may be, there are medical facilities nearby should you need them.

Three Hospitals Serving Ulster County, NY

Ulster County, NY has three hospitals. In the City of Kingston, NY there are two hospitals: Kingston Hospital is a 150-bed, acute-care hospital that provides…

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2011 was quite a year! Real estate in the Hudson Valley region has been recovering, albeit slowly, and we've kept our finger on the pulse. Events in New York State and around the world focused our attention on key issues and how they relate on a local level. All the while we've been blogging...

...so without further ado, here are the best Ulster County real estate blogs of 2011!

 

The Love Affair Continues - The New York Times & Ulster County Real Estate

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Without a doubt our best and most popular post in 2011! With over 40,000 views, this post addressed the tight relationship the New York Times has with Ulster County, NY real estate. Whether it's Woodstock, New Paltz, Rosendale, Marbletown, or Saugerties, the New York Times has pretty much covered…

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Summer Fun in Ulster County NYAir, Land & Water - Summer Fun In Ulster County! When the weather heats up and the sun starts shining, it's time to get outdoors and have some fun! In Ulster County NY there is no shortage of summertime activities. The gorgeous landscape of the Hudson Valley region offers a virtual playground of outdoor adventure. Whether you like to get wet, stay dry, or fly through the air, there's an outdoor activity nearby where you can get your fill of thrills! Taft Street Realty gives you a go-to guide for summer fun in Ulster County NY! Simply pick your pleasure...

 

- Water - If it's hot outside, perhaps your first instinct is to cool off. Why not splash around the cold, refreshing waters of the Esopus Creek? At Tinker Town Tube Rentals in Phoenicia NY, you and…

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Open Spaces, Clean Lines 

 

Taft Street Realty is pleased to present 59 Mill Road in Stone Ridge, NY. Here's that private contemporaryimg_0419_small_400 home you have been waiting for!  Open spaces, clean lines, and a great flow from room to room.  An entertainer's dream home for sure!  Great private location just minutes from Historic Stone Ridge center.  Works very well for full time or weekend use.  A long driveway leads you to this cedar sided gem set amongst 6 gorgeous park-like acres.  Pride of ownership quite evident.  Very well maintained, and only needs a new owner's personal touches.

 

Cedar-Sided Gem

 

Extensive decking and mature landscaping complete the picture perfect setting.  Mill Road is a short, rarely traveled country road perfect for biking,…

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taft_logoTaft Street Realty is not your typical brokerage. As real estate has changed, we have changed the way our clients are served.  Gone are the days of an office lined with desks of agents waiting for the phone to ring. A brokerage has to be on its toes and on the go in order to keep up with today’s market. We're a cutting edge brokerage based on 3 simple principles: to be Local, Social, & Mobile! 

Local

It’s crucial to have a Realtor who knows the area you’re interested in. At Taft Street Realty, we’ve been a trusted local advisor to people for over 10 years. Our staff consists of life-long residents of Ulster County, folks who know virtually every back road and tiny hamlet.  At Taft Street, we continue to build a thriving relationship with local Ulster…

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The Spring / Summer season is a busy season in real estate! Anxious buyers have passed the cold winter months surfing the internet, looking at the same old pictures of the same old listings. Sellers, if they were fortunate, may have had a few showings during the winter, but most likely the activity dropped with the temperature. As the sun comes out, the real estate industry revs up. Carloads of buyers and agents prowl the area, and many new listings hit the market. If you’re a seller, you want your home to stand out among this new inventory. Here are a few seller tips that you can work into your normal cleaning to really give your house that extra sparkle in the sun! 

They Arrive: Fresh Curb Appeal

What’s that saying about 1st impressions? Your home…

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